Silica Exposure Driving Increase in Black Lung Disease
Silica exposure is a driving force behind rising rates of coal workers' black lung disease (pneumoconiosis), according to occupational health experts at the University of Illinois Chicago.
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September 11 Rescue Workers Developing COPD
Twenty years after the September 11 attacks, rescue workers and volunteers who attended the World Trade Center site are beginning to develop COPD often following a previous diagnosis of asthma.
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CDC: Double-masking More Effective at Preventing SARS-CoV-2 Transmission
CDC data reports that double-layering face masks or wearing tightly-fitting masks were more effective at preventing COVID-19 than single, loose-fitting masks alone.
Face Masks Unlikely to Cause Over-exposure to Carbon Dioxide, even in COPD Patients
“The public should not believe that masks kill,” said researchers whose study found that wearing face masks is not linked to carbon dioxide poisoning by trapping CO2.
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60-70% of KN95 Masks Tested Don’t Meet Minimum Standards
An analysis by researchers at ECRI found that 60% to 70% of imported KN95 masks do not filter 95% of aerosol particulates, and do not meet US standards for effectiveness.
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Dräger Opens N95 Production Facility
Dräger has opened a new production facility in Montgomeryville, Pa that will manufacture and distribute N95 masks.
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COVID-19 Infection Risk 3.4 Times Greater for Healthcare Workers
Frontline healthcare workers had a 3.4-times greater risk of contracting the novel coronavirus compared to the general population.
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Preventing Aerosolized Transmission of COVID-19 to Healthcare Workers
With the novel coronavirus able to survive in an aerosolized state for hours, respiratory therapists conducting nebulizer treatments are at increased risk of contracting SARS-CoV-2.
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FDA Revises List of N95 Masks Authorized for Decontamination
The FDA has decided that certain N95 respirators should not be decontaminated for reuse by healthcare personnel.
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Lumin CPAP Cleaner Effective at Decontaminating N95 Masks
Independent lab testing has verified the Lumin CPAP accessory cleaner can effectively decontaminate N95 respirators contaminated with human coronavirus 229E, according to manufacturer 3B Medical.
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Partnership to Distribute a Self-adhesive N95 Mask
A partnership between Avery Dennison and Global Safety First LLC will produce and distribute the ReadiMask Self-Adhesive NIOSH-certified N95 mask to support PPE supplies in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Plastic Canopy Protected HCW from COVID-19 During Ventilation
Researchers have designed a cost-effective, constant flow plastic canopy system that can help to protect healthcare workers who are at risk of airborne coronavirus infection while delivering noninvasive ventilation or oxygen via high flow nasal cannula.
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Remote Communication Tool Protects Healthcare Workers from Infection
A communication management system can help minimize the exposure of healthcare workers while still providing personalized patient care.
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ICU Burnout Has Consequences for Healthcare Workers, Patients
A study of ICU burnout found those ICUs with the highest level had worse staff reviews and significantly increased patient length of stay.
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Ford Expands Production of Masks, PAPRs, Reusable Gowns
Ford is expanding its production of face masks, face shields, powered air-purifying respirators, reusable gowns, and test kits.
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